Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तं दरॊणं निहतं शरुत्वा धृष्टद्युम्नेन संयुगे

Shloka (श्लोक)

तं दरॊणं निहतं शरुत्वा धृष्टद्युम्नेन संयुगे
सत्यसंधं महेष्वासं भृशं मे वयथितं मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse conveys the despair felt upon Dronacharya’s defeat.

Translations

English Translation

Upon hearing of Dronacharya’s demise at the hands of Dhrishtadyumna in the battle, a deep anguish welled up in the speaker’s heart for the honorable archer who stood for righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धृष्टद्युम्न के हाथों द्रोणाचार्य की मृत्यु की सूचना सुनकर, वक्ता के हृदय में उस सम्मानित धनुर्धर के लिए गहरी पीड़ा उठा जो सदाचार का प्रतीक था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka touches on the ethical dilemmas and emotional responses during warfare, especially regarding revered figures.

Meaning

The loss of respected warriors invokes a sense of sorrow and contemplation regarding the nature of duty and valor.

Application

It encourages reflections on the sacrifices and the emotional impact of leadership in times of turmoil.